Caring Village: Families & Professional Caregivers Working Side-by-Side
Home Care for Elderly in Their Own Homes: Key Takeaways Nearly one-third of adults aged 65 and older live alone, which means they might need reliable care from both family members and professional caregivers as their…
Caring for a Disabled Family Member: Emotional, Practical, and Financial Support Guide
Caring for a Disabled Family Member: Key Takeaways Caring for a disabled family member is one of the most meaningful responsibilities a person can embrace. It requires emotional strength, practical skill, and consistent dedication. According to the…
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home: A Guide for Family Caregivers
Create a safe, supportive, and engaging home for a loved one with dementia. Learn tips for improving safety, supporting physical and mental health, and establishing comforting daily routines.
How to Convince Your Aging Loved One to Stop Driving
For many older adults, driving represents freedom, independence, and autonomy. However, there comes a time when safety concerns outweigh the benefits of continued driving. Having this conversation with your aging loved one can be challenging, but…
How to Support Family Caregivers Without Asking, “How Can I Help?”
Caring for a loved one—especially someone with a chronic illness, disability, or age-related condition—is emotionally and physically demanding. And often, the person shouldering that responsibility is a family caregiver who feels alone, overwhelmed, and unsure of…
Exercise: A Powerful Tool for Managing Arthritis
While it may seem counter intuitive, exercise can be a powerful tool for managing arthritis. In fact, staying active is one of the best ways to manage arthritis symptoms, maintain overall health, and significantly improve your…
The Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Arthritis
Adopting an anti-inflammatory diet can help manage arthritis symptoms and potentially slow disease progression. What should you eat?
How to Help Your Loved One Age in Place
There are many resources, programs, and options available that can help you age in place successfully.
How to Avoid Alzheimer’s Caregiver Burnout | Season 1, Episode 45)
Does your loved one have dementia? In this episode, Registered Nurse Brooke Lounsbury shares tips for how to handle a loved one's repetitive questions while in public.
How to Handle Repetitive Questions | Season 1, Episode 44)
Does your loved one have dementia? In this episode, Registered Nurse Brooke Lounsbury shares tips for how to handle a loved one's repetitive questions while in public.